Arne Slot has broken his silence after being sacked by Liverpool, writing an open letter to supporters in which he reflected on his two years at the club. The Dutchman, who replaced Jurgen Klopp, led Liverpool to their 20th top-flight title in his first season but was dismissed on Saturday after a difficult campaign saw them finish fifth.
In his letter, published by the Liverpool Echo, Slot described winning the Premier League title after just 12 months as “beyond special”. He wrote: “You walk out under that famous sign in the Anfield tunnel, and you feel a mix of emotions. Responsibility, expectation, and determination. That all of those emotions would culminate in a Premier League title after just 12 months was beyond special.”
Slot also addressed the tragic death of Diogo Jota last July following a car accident in Spain, saying: “That only weeks after celebrating together we would lose Diogo is indescribable. More than anything, I want to remember a teammate, a friend and an incredible human being.” He praised the “love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family” during that difficult time.
The 46-year-old thanked the club’s hierarchy, players, staff and supporters, adding: “Liverpool’s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history. I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead. The players who have given so much to this club have built foundations that will endure. At the same time, a new generation is emerging, ready to write its own story.”
